4a. Aircraft crashes: Aircraft archaeology
Aviation archaeology and the law
In the UK the remains of all aircraft which have crashed whilst in military service (whether on land or sea) are protected by "The Protection of Military Remains Act 1986". Under which "it is an offence to tamper with, damage, move or unearth the remains unless the Secretary of State has issued a licence authorising those things to be done and that they are done in accordance with the conditions of the licence" Application forms for licences and a copy of the "Notes for guidance of Recovery Groups" are obtainable from:
Ministry of Defence,
PMA (CS) 1b 1a(RAF)
Royal Air Force Innsworth
Gloucester
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More informally the activity also has a self regulating body, the "British Aviation Archaeological Council" (BAAC), which aims to "maintain ethical standards of behaviour, coordinate activities and provide a forum for discussion" for member groups. Though by no means all the active groups in the UK are members of this organisation. BAAC may be contacted via Email at: baac@couplandbell.com or by post:
BAAC Publicity Officer
Mr. R. Collis
8 Holly Road
Oulton Broad
Lowestoft
Suffolk
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